Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and the three service chiefs in Delhi early Friday morning, just hours after Pakistan escalated cross-border tensions by launching a series of coordinated drone and missile attacks on Indian military installations. The meeting, which came under the shadow of escalating military activity, focused on India’s immediate and future response strategies after Pakistan targeted key army stations in Jammu, Pathankot

The long-standing assumption that corporate employees can expect stable employment until age 60 is rapidly becoming outdated. According to investment banker and corporate advisor Sarthak Ahuja, there is a troubling shift taking place in India’s job market where professionals in their early-to-mid 40s are increasingly being pushed out, not formally, but structurally. “There’s a very disturbing trend coming up in Indian corporates where the retirement age is moving f

Following India’s recent military campaign, Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), the United States, United Kingdom, and China have all issued travel advisories, urging their citizens to avoid certain regions in South Asia. The advisories are particularly focused on areas close to the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control, which remains a volatile and heavily militarized zone. The cautionary stance was taken in the

As Central Texas braces for another round of early May storms, experts warn that the region’s most dangerous weather is yet to come. While May is traditionally known as the peak of severe weather season bringing thunderstorms, hail, and tornadoes flash flood season officially reaches its height in June, according to data from the National Weather Service (NWS). Between 1996 and 2020, South Central Texas reported 498 flash flood incidents in May, 506 in June, and 430 in July. T

In a surprising turn of events, young Bollywood actor Babil Khan, son of the late legendary actor Irrfan Khan, finds himself at the center of a social media storm after a viral video and a public fallout with director Sai Rajesh the man helming the Hindi remake of the Telugu hit Baby. What started as an emotional moment shared by Babil turned into a highly publicized dispute, raising concerns about the fate of their film collaboration. Recently, a video of Babil breaking

The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) has taken stern action against former Indian pacer S Sreesanth, suspending him for a period of three years following his remarks made in connection with the controversy surrounding Sanju Samson’s omission from the Indian squad for the upcoming Champions Trophy. The suspension was officially announced after a special General Body meeting held by the KCA on April 30 in Kochi. Sreesanth, who was part of India's victorious squads in both th

Singer Neha Kakkar has taken to social media days after facing intense criticism surrounding her controversial concert in Melbourne earlier this year. The March concert gained widespread attention after it was reported that Kakkar refused to perform in front of a crowd of just 700 people, resulting in a delayed and chaotic event. While the organisers have blamed the singer and her team for the confusion, Kakkar has now broken her silence through a cryptic yet emotionally charged Instagram pos

Teachers in East Orange, New Jersey are stepping up their demands for fair pay and contractual agreements, with a wave of demonstrations taking place ahead of a critical school board meeting. On Monday night, dozens of educators gathered outside the Board of Education building, calling attention to ongoing delays in contract negotiations and unresolved salary concerns. The protest follows significant staff layoffs that occurred in December, leaving many teachers disillusioned and financially str

Following the devastating terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam, which claimed 26 lives, India has taken a historic decision to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty of 1960. Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil, after a key meeting with Home Minister Amit Shah and top officials, announced that India will ensure "not even a drop" of Indus River water reaches Pakistan. This move is being seen as a firm and justified response to sustained cross-border terrorism, signaling a major shi

National pharmacy chain Walgreens has agreed to pay up to $350 million as part of a major settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) following allegations that it illegally filled millions of opioid prescriptions over more than a decade. The settlement, announced Monday, resolves a federal lawsuit accusing Walgreens of violating the Controlled Substances Act and False Claims Act by dispensing controlled substances without proper oversight and seeking reimbursement through federal he

As the summer heat intensifies across India, staying cool and hydrated becomes a top priority for many households. While most of us rush to load our pantries with fresh fruits, summer veggies, and cooling drinks, we often forget about an equally important area of our homes—the kitchen. The combination of rising temperatures, humidity, and grease can quickly turn this space into an unmanageable, unhygienic zone, attracting pests and raising food safety concerns. But there's a solutio

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued a strong rebuttal to claims made by former red-ball head coach Jason Gillespie, who alleged that he is still awaiting part of his remuneration from the board. The controversy erupted after Gillespie shared an Instagram story referencing a recent interview with Pakistani media, where he expressed disappointment over unmet financial commitments and broken promises related to his tenure with the national team. Gillespie, along with former Sou

In a controversial development during the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) has submitted a formal request to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) seeking a ban on veteran cricket commentators Harsha Bhogle and Simon Doull from covering matches at Eden Gardens. The demand comes after the duo made public remarks criticizing the Eden Gardens pitch and the home ground curator, which CAB believes undermines the association’s

In a continuing effort to protect its citizens from job scam networks in Southeast Asia, the Government of India has successfully repatriated four more Indian nationals trapped in the notorious Myawaddy cyber-scam compounds along the Myanmar–Thailand border. The Embassy of India in Yangon announced that it worked closely with Myanmar authorities to facilitate exit permits and bring the individuals safely from Hpa-An to Yangon, before flying them back to India. These individu

The Covid-19 pandemic brought unexpected changes to the lives of millions across the United States. With more people spending time at home, a new trend emerged — the rise of do-it-yourself (DIY) home improvement. From painting rooms to full kitchen remodels, Americans began tackling long-postponed projects, causing a surge in demand for tools, supplies, and renovation advice. Leading home improvement retailers Lowe’s and Home Depot experienced record-breaking growth du

AUSTIN, Texas – The Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB) is bracing for a major blow after the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) slashed funding for critical food assistance programs. These cuts, tied to over $1 billion in federal reductions, will impact the availability of nutritious food for thousands of families in the region and reduce support for the local farming community. Beth Corbett, Vice President of Government Affairs and Advocacy at CTFB, said the cuts stem from chan

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, in a significant move towards strengthening state rights, on Tuesday announced the formation of a high-level committee led by former Supreme Court judge Kurian Joseph. The committee will examine and recommend steps to enhance Tamil Nadu’s autonomy amid growing friction with the Union government. The announcement was made during his address in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, highlighting what Stalin termed as "persistent overreach by the Centre." T

In Arlington, Virginia, a historic African American church that predates the end of the Civil War is at the center of a growing dispute over gentrification and redevelopment. Lomax AME Zion Church, founded in 1866, just a year after the Civil War ended, has long served as a spiritual, cultural, and historical cornerstone of the Green Valley neighborhood. Now, its congregation and leaders say the church’s future is under threat due to aggressive nearby development that risks overshadowing i

Efforts to halt the long-discussed Houston-to-Dallas high-speed rail project have returned to the Texas state legislature, reigniting a decade-long battle over one of the most ambitious transportation proposals in the state’s history. The Texas Central Railway project, which aims to connect Houston and Dallas in under 90 minutes using Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train technology, is once again under scrutiny in Austin, where lawmakers are advancing bills aimed at limiting or complet

Swiggy, the popular online food and grocery delivery platform, is facing new tax troubles with a total tax demand of over Rs 165 crore for the financial year 2021-22. The first of the two orders was issued by the Profession Tax Officer in Pune, Maharashtra, demanding Rs 7.59 crore. This order alleges that Swiggy failed to properly deduct profession tax from its employees' salaries, which is required under the Maharashtra State Tax on Professions, Trades, Callings & Employments Act, 1975.